Mandy Horner
Bath Springs,TN
Summary
Compassionate and seasoned Registered Nurse (20+ years), recognized for productive and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient assessment, emergency care, and pain management. Possess strong communication skills, adaptability to high-stress environments, and ability to work effectively in team settings. Excel in providing exceptional patient care through empathy, patience, and active listening.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, PAU
West Tennessee Health Care
Jackson, TN
07.2021 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Managed emergency situations such as airway obstruction, cardiac arrest and shock.
- Ensured that all documentation was accurate and up-to-date in the electronic health record system.
- Maintained a safe environment for patients by adhering to established policies and procedures.
Registered Nurse, Nurse Auditor
AdventHealth
Nashville, TN
05.2019 - 06.2021
- Performed risk assessments to identify potential areas requiring further investigation or review.
- Developed education materials used during nurse auditor training sessions.
- Maintained detailed records of all audit activities, including reports, recommendations, and follow-up actions.
- Assessed patient care documentation to determine accuracy and completeness.
- Monitored compliance with applicable laws, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.
- Reviewed medical records to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, as well as hospital standards of care.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Proofread documents carefully to check accuracy and completeness of all paperwork.
Registered Nurse, Pain Clinic
West Tennessee Healthcare
Jackson, TN
12.2009 - 05.2019
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Started IVs
- Charge Nurse x 4 years
Registered Nurse, Preadmissions
West Tennessee Healthcare
Jackson, TN
12.2007 - 12.2009
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Evaluated patients for need for medical/cardiac clearance for upcoming surgery
- Peripheral sticks/lab draws
- Performed EKGs
Registered Nurse, MICU
West Tennessee Healthcare
Jackson, TN
05.2003 - 12.2007
- Provided emotional support for families adjusting to life-altering diagnoses.
- Monitored vital signs and administered medications as prescribed by physician.
- Adhered to infection control protocols to reduce risk of transmission of infectious diseases.
- Provided comprehensive nursing care for critically ill patients in the Medical ICU.
- Identified potential complications associated with critical illness and initiated appropriate interventions.
- Performed wound care management including dressing changes and debridement of necrotic tissue.
- Maintained accurate medical records documenting assessments, interventions, treatments and evaluations of patients' conditions.
- Compassionately communicated end-of-life decisions with families when necessary.
- Assisted physicians during procedures such as intubations, chest tube insertions and central line placements.
- Administered blood products safely per hospital policy standards.
- Functioned as charge nurse and assumed patient care in absence of nurses ending or arriving for shifts.
- Implemented infection control measures to prevent the spread of infections within the ICU.
- Provided emotional support and education to patients' families, helping them navigate complex medical information.
- Responded to life-saving situations using appropriate resuscitation techniques and emergency protocols.
- Utilized strong critical thinking skills to make quick and accurate clinical decisions in emergency situations.
- Completed patient assessments, triaged and recorded patient histories, symptoms and observations.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Jackson State Community College
Jackson, TN05-2003
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- IV Insertion
- Compassionate Care
- Medication Administration
- Documentation
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Decision-Making
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Time Management
Timeline
Registered Nurse, PAU
West Tennessee Health Care
07.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, Nurse Auditor
AdventHealth
05.2019 - 06.2021
Registered Nurse, Pain Clinic
West Tennessee Healthcare
12.2009 - 05.2019
Registered Nurse, Preadmissions
West Tennessee Healthcare
12.2007 - 12.2009
Registered Nurse, MICU
West Tennessee Healthcare
05.2003 - 12.2007
Associate of Science - Nursing
Jackson State Community College
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